Panjawa - Malout, Sri Muktsar Sahib
Panjawa is a village situated in the Malout tehsil of Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab. It is located approximately 20 km from Malout and around 50 km from Muktsar. Panjawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panjawa is 035296. The village covers a total geographical area of 1786 hectares and falls under the 152113 pincode. Malout is the nearest town.
Panjawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lambi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bathinda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panjawa
As per Census 2011, Panjawa village has a total population of 3,085 people, consisting of 1,675 males and 1,410 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,790 literate and 1,295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Panjawa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,085 | 1,675 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 191 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,120 | 598 | 522 |
| Literate Population | 1,790 | 1,040 | 750 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,295 | 635 | 660 |
Nearby Villages of Panjawa
Panjawa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Panjawa
Panjawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Muktsar to Panjawa is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panjawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panjawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Panjawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panjawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Panjawa
Where is Panjawa located?
Panjawa village is located in Malout Tehsil, Sri Muktsar Sahib district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Panjawa?
Panjawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Panjawa?
The pincode of Panjawa is 152113.
What is the population of Panjawa?
Panjawa has a total population of 3,085, including 1,675 males and 1,410 females.
How many households are there in Panjawa?
There are 611 households in Panjawa.
What is the literacy rate in Panjawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panjawa is 58.02%. Male literacy is 62.09% and female literacy is 53.19%.